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Key Decisions During Your Kitchen Renovations

There are a lot of little decisions that you’ll have to make throughout the planning and process of your kitchen renovations. Beyond the little things like paint color or cabinet stain, you’ll also have to give consideration to other more important items like appliances and countertops. Here are some of the key decisions you need to make before starting your kitchen remodel.

Countertop Type

There are a lot of different types of countertops out there, and you might not want just one of them for your kitchen. Many people like to have one section of counter to be a butcher block, making cutting boards no longer necessary. Other people prefer to have a granite countertop so that they can put hot items directly on the surface without worrying about damage. Choose the countertop that makes the most sense for you. Continue reading “Key Decisions During Your Kitchen Renovations”

Converting Closet Space into Useable Storage

One of the biggest complaints of homeowners is that they don’t have enough closets, and the closets they do have are just open cavities that seem to have been built as an afterthought. These empty chambers usually have just a clothing bar and one upper shelf. If you need to store anything other than clothes or coats, that closet isn’t doing you a lot of good. 

If you really want to make use of your closet space, you’ll need to spruce it up a bit (or maybe a lot). Here are a few ways you could do that. Continue reading “Converting Closet Space into Useable Storage”

Organizational Bathroom Remodeling Ideas

Regardless of why you have decided to remodel your bathroom, it is a great time to design the room in a way that makes the most sense for you. Not only does a bathroom remodel give you a chance to get the aesthetic and theme you want, it also gives you an opportunity to customize how your bathroom is organized, unique to you and your family. Here are some ideas.

Recessed Built-In Shelving

You can really never have enough shelves in a bathroom. The biggest complaint most people have about their bathroom is that it doesn’t have enough storage space. Or if it does have storage space, it is very compact and not easily organized. Continue reading “Organizational Bathroom Remodeling Ideas”

Must Have Storage for Your Mudroom

If you are lucky enough to have a mudroom in your home, you have an opportunity to keep your home clean and organized. Often, the messiest part of the house is the entry point. Mail piles up, shoes clutter the doorway, and jackets get tossed to the side wherever they may land. If you have a mud room, you can make that the main entry point for your family and close friends, keeping the mess contained.

If you want to really keep everything organized, you’re going to need a good storage system for items that will commonly be in the room. If you don’t have good cabinets, shelves, or cubbies in your mudroom, that is something you will want to address quickly. Here are some must-have storage spaces you need. Continue reading “Must Have Storage for Your Mudroom”

Tips for Organizing Your Kitchen Cabinets

Do you find yourself dreading going into the kitchen? Does the thought of putting away the groceries fill you with anxiety? Does cooking and baking seem to be more of a chore because you get frustrated moving all over the kitchen? 

There are a lot of reasons that you might want to organize your kitchen cabinets better than they are now. Especially if you have limited time in the kitchen but love to bake or cook, an organized kitchen will allow you to make the best use of your time. Here are some tips for organizing your kitchen cabinets for efficiency. Continue reading “Tips for Organizing Your Kitchen Cabinets”

Built In Cabinets for Every Room of Your Home

Cabinet JobsHow often have you found yourself wishing for more storage space? How many collections do you have that are disorganized or hidden away? How many closets might burst at any moment? If you can relate to any of these questions, you should read on about the many ways you can make use of built-in cabinets throughout your home.

In the Kitchen

Built-in cabinets in the kitchen can help you make use of your space effectively. If you wish you had more cabinet space in the kitchen, but you don’t want to take away from the floor space, you can have cabinets built into the wall.  Continue reading “Built In Cabinets for Every Room of Your Home”

Cabinet Considerations When Designing a Custom Bar

Cabinet JobsThe best part about installing a custom bar is that you can design it anyway you like, especially if you have the help of an experienced professional to tweak your ideas. The downside to this is that your options and opportunities are endless! The only things limiting your custom bar are your imagination and your budget.

To help you start thinking about what you might like for your custom bar, here are some things to consider adding. Continue reading “Cabinet Considerations When Designing a Custom Bar”

Difference Between Semi-Custom and Custom Cabinets

Cabinet JobsIf you have been researching types of cabinets and prices in preparation for your remodel, you have likely come across providers of semi-custom cabinets. Semi-custom cabinets are not the same thing as custom cabinets, which we provide. Here are some of the differences.

What Does Semi-Custom Mean?

Semi-custom cabinets are not custom built for your kitchen. They are stock cabinets that have several flexible options, such as cabinet depth and size. While they are less expensive than true custom cabinets, they may not fit your space very well. Semi-custom cabinets are also only installed for you for a fee. Usually semi-custom cabinets are installed on your own or with a contractor. Continue reading “Difference Between Semi-Custom and Custom Cabinets”

Important Considerations for Matching Your Custom Cabinets

StudioWhen you want to upgrade or update your kitchen cabinets but don’t want to redo the whole kitchen, you’ll want to make sure that your new custom cabinets match the rest of your kitchen and home. Most people think about color when they think of matching, but there are other considerations as well.

Type of Materials

Custom cabinets are, of course, generally wood, but there are many different types of woods with different looks, shades, and grains. If you already have polished wood present in your kitchen, you should make sure that the wood for your custom cabinets matches.

Style

Custom cabinets can be made in any style you choose, from traditional to modern, but it is important to maintain continuity throughout a room. If the rest of your kitchen is old-fashioned, modern cabinet styles will seem out of place. Continue reading “Important Considerations for Matching Your Custom Cabinets”

How to Safely Clean Your Custom Wood Cabinets

Keeping your custom wood cabinets clean is important for a number of reasons. You want to make sure that your kitchen is very clean and bacteria free so that your cooking and food preparation spaces are sanitary, but keeping your custom cabinets clean is also important for making them last for many years to come. Here is what you need to know about how to clean your custom kitchen cabinets.

Wipe Spills Promptly

If you spill or splash something on one of your custom cabinets, make sure that you clean it up right away. It is very important that you avoid excessive moisture on your cabinets because it can cause discoloration of the wood or warping. Clean these spills right away to prevent staining or damage to your cabinets. Continue reading “How to Safely Clean Your Custom Wood Cabinets”